How do I find out what I can and cannot do to my property?

Our experience of renovating properties in Queens Park and the surrounding areas, means that we have a good knowledge of what is possible and also what is not. Avenues Design and Build can offer free advice at the start of your project - and we have even advised some clients before they purchased their properties. We are also used to working with local council planning departments on behalf of our clients.

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Our house is in a conservation area - I want to renovate but where do I start?

At Avenues Design and Build we are experienced in working within Queens Park conservation areas and can tell you what the existing parameters are. Our designs respect period buildings and we are proud to have been given permission to create the first dormer window in a conservation area. 

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Will I need an architect?

Not always - it depends on your property and the scale of your vision for the project.

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Do I need agreement from my neighbours to do any work?

In some cases you will need written agreement from neighbours for example if the work you are planning concerns a party wall.

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Can I put a side return on my property?

A side return extension on a house is a popular way to use redundant outside space. You no longer need planning permission for a ground floor side-extension as long as the extension is only single storey, no more than 3 meters high and no wider than half the width of the original house.

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Do I need planning permission to do a loft conversion?

In nearly all circumstances it is possible to do a loft conversion without planning permission. Come and talk to Avenues Design and Build to find out what you can do.

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Will I get permission to put in a dormer window?

Even in a conservation area it can be possible to obtain permission for a well designed dormer. 

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How do I create more internal space?

It depends on the property however it is possible to make your home more spacious without extending it. With a good understanding of what our clients’ needs are and by applying some intelligent design we can reorganise a home’s internal spaces so they flow more freely.

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Can I remove a chimney breast?

If a chimney breast has been blocked up or is simply unwanted, removing it can be a good way to make a room feel bigger and more contemporary, while increasing space for storage.

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What’s the best way of adding maximum value to my house?

Adding square footage to the footprint on the house generally adds more value than interior decoration. Adding a bedroom, bathroom or modernising a kitchen will usually add value to a property even in the current market. However this is only true if space is organised cleverly - poor design won’t add value to your house. A consultation with Avenues Design and Build will help you decide where you should spend your budget for the best return.

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How can I create more light in my home?

From removing an unwanted wall, to creating a side return with Velux windows or simply installing French windows to the rear, there are several ways to bring more light in to your home. Call us for a free consultation.

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How can I get more storage space?

Our creative team of joiners can design and deliver bespoke storage solutions for any space and any budget.   

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I have noisy neighbours, how can I sound proof my house?

There are various techniques for soundproofing both walls and floors. Call Avenues Design and Build for a free consultation.

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Do I need to get permission from the freeholder of my property?

If you are a leaseholder then you will need the freeholder’s permission for structural work, loft alterations and side extensions. If you have shared ownership of the freehold with other flat owners in your building, then you will need to obtain their consent for the work.

How can I ensure that I budget properly for my project?

Avenues Design and Build will ensure your quote covers all work to be completed and will provide a schedule for the project so you can keep track of all activity.